Jasper County Supervisors to Consider Semi-Tractor Purchase, De-Escalation Training

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The Jasper County Board of Supervisors will consider the purchase of a used semi-tractor for the Secondary Roads Department at their upcoming meeting. They will also vote on approving de-escalation training for department employees.

Why it matters

The semi-tractor purchase and de-escalation training are important investments that will help the Secondary Roads Department operate more efficiently and safely when interacting with the public.

The details

County Engineer Mike Frietsch has received quotes for several used semi-tractors, ranging from $31,900 to $47,000. He is recommending the board approve the purchase of a Peterbilt tractor from Diamond Trail Sales in Monroe, which has the second-lowest mileage and highest horsepower. The proposed de-escalation training would be a 2-3 hour session led by a trainer from Boone, at a cost not to exceed $1,100 plus materials.

• The Jasper County Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
• The proposed de-escalation training for the Secondary Roads Department would take place next week.

What’s next

If approved, the Jasper County Secondary Roads Department will purchase the Peterbilt semi-tractor and schedule the de-escalation training for their employees.